The big problem with this is that quite a few things that start out principled and radical wind up controlled by (venture) capital retroactively through mergers

The big problem with this is that quite a few things that start out principled and radical wind up controlled by (venture) capital retroactively through mergers and acquisitions. For instance, Napster still actually exists as a minor corporate brand and product line. You can literally subscribe to Napster today if you have $11 kicking around.